Hydrosphere and the water cycle Flashcards
1
Q
Evapouration
A
Liquid – gas
When water is heated it becomes a gas
2
Q
Condensation
A
Gas – liquid
When gas is cooled it becomes a liquid
3
Q
Precipitation
A
Occurs when so much water has condensed, the air can no longer hold it
results in rain, snow, ect.
4
Q
Infiltration
A
Water soaks into the ground and is collected in layer of rock, sand or gravel.
The groundwater will eventually seep into rivers
5
Q
Human Impact on the hydrosphere and the water cycle
A
Concrete roads and buildings have increased the rate of surface water run-off